I have a 18' 1972 Sleekcraft Rebel V-bottom. Currently, Pump is a Berkely R from the intake to the split bowl followed by a droop snoot and place diverter with ride plate and shoe running an Agressor A @ 5400 rpm & 72 mph. I was rearended 2 years ago and (get me back on the water) repairs were made. During an inspection of my repairs Friday, I found 2 new cracks in the suction housing and hairline cracks around the intake so I will not try to repair it again. This leaves me with a few decisions to make.
I want to purchase a new intake, loader and suction housing as well as set the pump back, remove the 1/4" to 3/8" hook and possibly have the little hump installed in front of the new intake if it is suggested for my application. I will not be doing the labor on this myself because i would like to go to the lake again this year. Any suggestions on do's and don'ts will be greatly appreciated. In doing all this, my goal is to get it right.